Hoverstop Mouse Reminds You of Repetitive Movement

We all know that using a computer all day is bad for us, yet we do it anyway. Even if you’re just surfing away and typing in a Web address here and there, you run the risk of getting carpal tunnel syndrome. Here’s a device that can help you, especially when you’re in the depths of concentration. The Hoverstop mouse tracks how long your hand grips the mouse. If you go over 10 seconds, the mouse vibrates, reminding you to either wake up or get up and stretch.

This device won’t necessarily get you to adopt a more ergonomic posture with your hands and with the rest of the your body, but it can indeed help remind you that you’re putting your body through repetitive-motion stress, even when you’re just moving the mouse.

The 800dpi mouse has to plug in to your computer in order to power the built-in motor, and it can be connected to a USB port or via PS/2. You can get one of these at ThinkGeek for $69 USD.

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